Dollar Stop Plus Recalls Extension Cords for Fire
Dollar Stop Plus Recalls Extension Cords for Fire, Shock, Electrocution Hazards
Why was Dollar Stop Plus Recalls Extension Cords for Fire recalled?
These extension cords have undersized wiring, and fail to connect properly at the plug and receptacle ends. This poses fire, shock and electrocution hazards to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using these extension cords and contact the firm for a full refund or exchange for same value. Contact: For additional information, contact Dollar Stop collect at (773) 539-6036 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- 15-Foot Extension Cords
- Company
- Dollar Stop Plus, of Chicago, Ill.
- Quantity
- About 40
- Sold at
- The Dollar Stop Plus store in Chicago, Ill., from October 2003 through June 2005 for about $1.
- Recall date
- March 8, 2007
- Incidents / injuries
- None reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recalled product is a 15-foot white extension cord with green wrap-around green label with bold red and white lettering. The label reads "15 Ft HOUSEHOLD EXTENSION CORD." The "UL" symbol appears on the label. The cord has a silver UL holographic trademark tag, with "07/99, BV-7582, 13A 125V, 1875 W" printed on it. The cord is marked: SPT-2, 16AWGX2C, VW-1, 60° C.